Τhe Mysterious Double Tourbillon movement created at the La Chaux-de- Fonds Manufacture in 2013 represents a milestone in Cartier watchmaking history: the tourbillon appears to be suspended in mid-air with no connection to the rest of the movement.

As a double flying tourbillon, it effects a complete rotation in 60 seconds, while the tourbillon cage performs a second rotation in which each round takes 5 minutes. This balancing act is all the more formidable in view of the finely constructed case and painstaking craftsmanship.

All of the components are handfinished: the bridges chamfered, anks drawn and screw heads polished. This year’s addition of skeletonised bridges in the shape of Roman numerals enhances the lightness and power of the watch.The magic of the mysterious is encased in the transparency of the skeleton. The curves of the watch and mysterious movement are complemented by the stark geometric openwork architecture of the skeletonised bridges.

From Spring Drive to Rodeo Drive, Grand Seiko comes to Beverly Hills. The first Grand Seiko boutique in the world opens its doors on this prestigious high-end shopping district.

For the first time in the Americas, the Grand Seiko Boutique offers the full international collection, incorporating the proprietary 9 Series mechanical, quartz and Spring Drive movements that are exclusive to Grand Seiko. Grand Seiko watches are handmade in two studios in Japan.

Each watch is crafted by skilled men and women who ensure the highest precision, legibility and durability for which Grand Seiko is renowned.

Earlier this year, Grand Seiko was given complete independence and is now an entirely separate brand with its own unique appeal, distinct design and exclusive technologies. The Grand Seiko logo is now presented at the twelve o’clock position on the dial of every new watch presented at the boutique.

Grand Seiko is also now expressed in a new color scheme in which the traditional Grand Seiko blue is combined with silver, designed to express the fusion of innovation and luxury that every Grand Seiko watch offers.

The boutique is designed to allow watch aficionados to explore and experience every aspect of the Grand Seiko world, from its heritage, design, and craftsmanship.

The inaugural ceremony, hosted by the President and COO of Seiko Watch Corporation, Shuji Takahashi was celebrated by the presence of Consul General of Japan in Los Angeles and Mr. Akira Chiba, and Mayor of Beverly Hills, Ms. Lili Bosse.